what we do
Compassion. Learning. Legacy.
We empower and protect Florida’s most vulnerable through expert education,
unwavering support, and AgedCare Professional Guardianship services.
The Power Of Compassionate Giving
At the Hartage Foundation, we believe that meaningful change happens when compassion meets action. Through our programs, we provide professional guardianship to those who cannot advocate for themselves and open doors to education and opportunity for students in STEM fields. Every initiative is guided by our commitment to community care, philanthropy, and the belief that together we can create a brighter future.
We deliver expert guardianship, compassionate care management, and financial oversight through our dedicated AgedCare service, ensuring that every decision is made with integrity, empathy, and the best interests of those we serve. Our team combines deep expertise with heartfelt advocacy, empowering families and individuals with the clarity, protection, and peace of mind they deserve.
What We Do
Ways We Care
AgedCare Guardianship & Fiduciary Services
At the Hartage Foundation, we understand that navigating life’s challenges can be overwhelming for individuals who are unable to advocate for themselves. Our AgedCare Guardianship program provides professional and compassionate guardianship services for adults, minors, and individuals with developmental disabilities.
We work closely with families, caregivers, and the broader community to ensure that every individual receives the care, respect, and protection they deserve. Our approach combines legal expertise, ethical guidance, and heartfelt support — creating environments where people can live safely and with dignity. Through AgedCare Guardianship, we do more than provide a service — we create a network of care, trust, and reassurance that strengthens families and uplifts communities.
AgedCare Support Programs
Legal Guardianship & Fiduciary
Acting as court-appointed guardians, we manage personal, medical, and financial decisions with transparency and integrity.
Crisis Response & Stabilization
We step in during emergencies to give immediate support, ensuring continuity of care and safety. We bring calm, care, and coordination when it’s needed most.
Care Coordination & Alliances
We collaborate with families,a healthcare providers, and community resources to build holistic care plans tailored to each individual.
Advocacy, Oversight & Protection
We champion the rights of our clients, ensuring they receive the services, respect, and protection they deserve — guided by integrity.
Ethical Stewardship & Accountability
Our work is guided by the highest standards of ethics, compassion, and accountability. This is the foundation of the trust families place in us.
Our Impact In Action
Trusted Guardianship & Financial Care
At AgedCare Guardianship, we provide professional guardianship services for individuals who need trusted support and guidance during life’s most vulnerable moments. Whether aging, living with disabilities, or navigating complex personal challenges, our clients receive care that is rooted in respect, dignity, and compassion.
We are more than guardians — we are advocates, protectors, and partners in care. Our team combines deep expertise with heartfelt dedication, creating safe, supportive environments where individuals can live with confidence and peace of mind.
Join us in supporting those who need it most. Learn more about how you can make a difference through AgedCare Guardianship.
Ways We Care
STEM Scholarships & Caregiver Support Education
The Hartage Foundation Scholarships for STEM & Caregiver Support Education open doors of opportunity for African American students and aspiring caregivers alike. Our STEM Education Fund empowers future innovators in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, while our Caregiver Support Education Fund uplifts those dedicated to compassionate service in healthcare and elder care.
Education is the spark that lights the way to empowerment. Through scholarships, mentorship, and community partnerships, the Hartage Foundation helps individuals reach their full potential — equipping them to give back, lead with purpose, and strengthen the communities they come from.
Join us in empowering minds and hearts. Discover how you can support the Hartage Foundation Scholarships for STEM & Caregiver Support Education and help create pathways to lifelong opportunity.
Empowering Minds, Uplifting Communities
Education is the heartbeat of progress — a bridge that connects potential with purpose. At the Hartage Foundation, we believe learning is not just about academic achievement, but about building leaders who serve their communities with knowledge, compassion, and vision.
Through our Scholarships for STEM and Caregiver Support Education, we are investing in both innovation and humanity — empowering bright minds and caring hearts to shape a better tomorrow.
Inspiring The Next Generation Of Innovators
Our STEM Education Fund opens doors for African American students pursuing higher education in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We aim to close opportunity gaps, nurture curiosity, and cultivate confidence in young scholars who will drive advancements in medicine, sustainability, and technology.
Through financial scholarships, mentorship, and community engagement, we help students turn their ambitions into meaningful contributions that serve both industry and society.
Strengthening The Backbone Of Care
Equally vital to our mission is our commitment to Caregiver Support Education — a program designed to train, empower, and sustain the compassionate individuals who care for others every day.
Caregivers are the unseen champions of health and humanity. Through access to educational programs and certification support, we help them develop the skills, resilience, and confidence needed to provide quality, dignified care across all stages of life.
Education That Multiplies Impact
By investing in both STEM students and caregivers, the Hartage Foundation champions a holistic approach to community advancement. Innovators and caregivers represent two sides of the same coin — one creates solutions for the future, while the other ensures those solutions are delivered with empathy and human connection.
Together, they form the foundation of a compassionate, forward-thinking society.
Ways We Care
Advocacy For Persons With Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease
At the Hartage Foundation, we believe that dignity, respect, and compassionate care are the cornerstones of a life well-lived — regardless of age or diagnosis. Through our advocacy for persons living with Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, we work to ensure that individuals and their families are not navigating these challenges alone.
Our programs focus on education, awareness, and policy advocacy, helping communities understand the realities of memory loss while promoting best practices in caregiving and support. We partner with healthcare providers, caregivers, and family members to champion access to quality care, informed decision-making, and emotional well-being.
Whether through public education, professional training, or one-on-one guidance, the Hartage Foundation stands as a trusted voice for those whose memories may fade but whose worth remains infinite. Together, we aim to build a more compassionate and informed society — one that remembers to care for those who cannot always remember themselves.
We invite you to book a free consultation to learn more about our advocacy for individuals with Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, and see how you can help advance a movement built on dignity, understanding, and hope.
Championing Dignity & Compassion
At the Hartage Foundation, we believe that every individual deserves to live with dignity, purpose, and care — especially those affected by Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.
Our advocacy work focuses on ensuring that these individuals and their families receive the support, guidance, and protection they need to navigate the challenges of memory-related conditions with compassion and respect.
Supporting Families & Guardians
We understand the emotional and practical complexities that come with caring for a loved one living with dementia. That’s why we work closely with families, professional guardians, and community partners to promote awareness, early intervention, and informed decision-making.
Through collaboration with AgedCare Guardian, we connect families to trusted care resources and professional guardianship services that safeguard the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
Educating & Empowering Communities
Our advocacy extends beyond direct support — it’s about transforming community understanding. We engage with caregivers, healthcare providers, and local organizations to provide education on dementia care, promote empathy-driven communication, and encourage proactive care planning.
Together, we strive to replace stigma with understanding and isolation with inclusion.
Creating Circle Of Hope
Through continuous advocacy, policy engagement, and community education, the Hartage Foundation stands as a voice for those who cannot always speak for themselves.
We envision communities where every person with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease is treated with kindness and given access to the care and respect they deserve.
Ways We Care
Advocacy For Caregiver Support & Training
Behind every individual receiving care stands a caregiver — a devoted advocate, family member, or professional who gives their time, patience, and heart. At the Hartage Foundation, we recognize the immense value and emotional weight of caregiving. Our Advocacy for Caregiver Support and Training program is dedicated to empowering caregivers through education, resources, and community connections.
We provide training programs, mentorship, and advocacy initiatives that help caregivers navigate the complex realities of long-term care, dementia support, and guardianship. By equipping caregivers with essential knowledge and emotional resilience, we ensure that both caregivers and those they support can thrive.
Through collaboration with healthcare professionals, educational institutions, and community partners, the Hartage Foundation promotes a culture of compassion, competence, and respect — because caring for the caregiver is just as important as caring for the individual in need.
Support the hands that heal. Join the Hartage Foundation in advocating for caregiver training, empowerment, and wellness across our communities.
Honoring The Heart Of Care
Caregivers are the quiet heroes of our communities — offering time, energy, and compassion to those in need of daily support.
The Hartage Foundation’s Caregiver Support and Training Advocacy exists to honor, empower, and uplift those who care for others, ensuring they receive the education, recognition, and well-being they deserve.
Inspiring Culture Of Care
Our vision is to create communities that care for their caregivers — through advocacy, recognition, and continued access to education.
By empowering those who give so selflessly, we strengthen the very heart of community care and ensure that compassion remains the cornerstone of every household and healthcare setting.
Creating Network Of Support
Caregiving can often feel isolating, but it doesn’t have to be. The Hartage Foundation builds bridges between caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community resources to foster a sense of shared strength.
Through mentorship, group workshops, and peer support, we help caregivers feel seen, heard, and supported at every stage of their journey.
Building Confidence Through Education
We believe that informed caregivers provide better care — not just through skill, but through confidence and understanding.
Our advocacy programs focus on providing training resources that help caregivers manage complex care needs, understand the emotional toll of caregiving, and adopt practices that protect both their physical and mental health. Family And Professional Guardianship, a book published by our founder, Homer Hartage, is dedicated to empowering family caregivers.
The Heart of
Our Mission
Our mission is to serve our communities with compassion, care, and purpose. We protect those who cannot protect themselves, nurture students through education, and create opportunities that lift families out of hardship.
At the heart of everything we do is a simple truth – when we care for one another, our communities grow stronger, and hope becomes something we can all share.
Deliver Dreams.
Drive Difference.
Every gift makes a difference. Your generosity allows the Hartage Foundation to continue providing guardianship care, educational scholarships, and learning support to those who rely on us. By giving, you become part of a community of philanthropists and friends who believe that hope grows when shared. Together, we can continue building a legacy of kindness and care that touches lives for generations.
Personally, I’m a social documentary photographer with work exhibited in Florida.
Homer L. Hartage
As one of Florida’s most trusted Licensed Professional Guardians, I serve as President and CEO of AgedCare, a nonprofit corporate guardianship company based in Orlando, Florida. Our firm is widely recognized for its integrity, compassion, and commitment to protecting the rights of vulnerable individuals throughout Florida.
My academic background includes a B.A. in Psychology from Seton Hall University, along with postgraduate studies at the University of Florida. I’m an active member of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida, the National Guardianship Association, the Florida Health Care Association, and the Florida Guardianship Association.
With over twelve years of experience in guardianship, I also provide financial services, including roles as Trustee, Personal Representative, Veteran Fiduciary, and Social Security Fiduciary. My life’s work is grounded in a lifelong dedication to advocacy, financial stewardship, and public service, including two elected terms as Orange County Commissioner, where I helped manage a $3 billion economy.
911 | Emergency Service
In case of emergency, call 911. AgedCare team is available
24/7 to assist our clients.
Homer Hartage Books & Publications
Homer L. Hartage is the author of Family & Professional Guardianship, a practical guide for navigating the guardianship process, and The Memory Box: Charlotte’s Big Surprise, a children’s book that gently explains Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss to young children.
Help Hartage Hope
Happen
Hope begins with people who care. When you volunteer with the Hartage Foundation, you become part of a family of changemakers who believe in compassion through action. Whether you lend a few hours or a few days, your time and energy bring comfort, learning, and love to those who need it most.
Join us and Help Hartage Hope Happen — together we can lift spirits, strengthen families, and create a brighter future for all.